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In a move to promote Ghanaian culture and prevent the extinction of local languages, Parliament has announced plans to allow the use of local languages on the floor of the House. According to Order 63 of the new Standing Orders, Members of Parliament (MPs) will be permitted to use any …

The Ghanaian Parliament has approved legislation imposing custodial sentences ranging from three to five years for individuals found guilty of promoting, sponsoring, or supporting LGBTQ+ activities. Under the newly passed law, those caught engaging in such activities will face a minimum sentence of six months to a maximum of three …

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has expressed worry over the significant rate at which Members of Parliament (MPs) are leaving their positions, urging political parties to take the matter seriously. During the recent primaries of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), 28 MPs failed to secure their return, while 17 MPs …

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has revealed Parliament’s intention to pursue legal action seeking clarification on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s decision not to sign certain bills passed by the House. Last year, President Akufo-Addo declined to give his assent to the Criminal Offences Bill …

In a surprising turn of events, eighteen Members of Parliament (MPs) hailing from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) Majority Caucus have declared their intent not to seek reelection in the upcoming parliamentary elections slated for 2024. This voluntary departure has stirred significant deliberation and speculation regarding the future direction …

In a move to address the pressing issue of traffic congestion and accidents caused by the deterioration of the Accra-Tema Motorway, Ghana’s Parliament has granted approval for a substantial loan of $338 million. The funds will be utilized for the redevelopment and expansion of the motorway, along with additional construction …

The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Alban S. K. Bagbin, is pushing for substantial constitutional reforms to integrate traditional leaders—both chiefs and queen mothers—into the national governance structure as members of Parliament. During a recent address to the Queen Mothers Association of Ghana at Parliament, Bagbin emphasized the necessity of creating …

Today, December 7, 2023, Parliament is anticipated to undertake a headcount vote regarding the approval of the 2024 budget. The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, initially called for a voice vote in favor of the Majority following the conclusion of debates on Wednesday, November 29. However, this decision faced opposition …

During the resumption of proceedings to finalize the vote on the approval of the 2024 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, tensions escalated in Parliament as only three members from the majority side were present in the House. Majority Leader Osei Kyei-Mensa-Bonsu, Majority Chief Whip Frank Annoh Dompreh, and Deputy Chief …

Today, the Trade and Industry Minister, K.T Hammond, is slated to present the Export and Import Regulations 2023 before Parliament. This legislative instrument aims to impose limitations on the importation of 22 specific vital products like sugar, rice, poultry, and tripe into the nation. The presentation of this policy document …